- 1. Roosevelt by James MacGregor Burns is a comprehensive and insightful biography that delves into the life and legacy of Franklin D. Roosevelt, one of America's most revered presidents. Burns, a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, presents a nuanced portrayal of Roosevelt, examining not only his political acumen and leadership during the Great Depression and World War II but also his personal struggles, including his battle with polio. The book explores Roosevelt's innovative policies, such as the New Deal, which aimed to alleviate economic distress and reshape the role of government in American life. Burns meticulously analyzes Roosevelt's ability to communicate and connect with the American public, his strategic political maneuvers, and his vision for a more equitable society, while also situating Roosevelt within the broader context of early 20th-century America. Through rich narratives and in-depth research, Burns provides readers with a multifaceted understanding of Roosevelt's character, his afflictions, and his remarkable resilience, making the biography not only a significant contribution to American history but also an engaging read for anyone looking to understand the complexities of leadership in times of crisis.
Who was the author of the biography 'Roosevelt'?
A) Ron Chernow
B) James MacGregor Burns
C) David McCullough
D) Doris Kearns Goodwin
- 2. What major event is Roosevelt known for during his presidency?
A) The Civil War
B) World War I
C) The Great Depression
D) The Cold War
- 3. What program did Roosevelt introduce to help recover from the Great Depression?
A) The Fair Deal
B) The New Deal
C) The Square Deal
D) The New Frontier
- 4. What was a significant legislation passed under the New Deal?
A) Social Security Act
B) Nothing else was passed
C) The Voting Rights Act
D) The Civil Rights Act
- 5. Which disease left Roosevelt partially paralyzed?
A) Muscular dystrophy
B) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
C) Polio
D) Multiple sclerosis
- 6. What was the radio broadcast called that Roosevelt used to communicate with Americans?
A) Crisis Talks
B) Fireside Chats
C) Evening News
D) Direct Address
- 7. Which political party did Roosevelt belong to?
A) Republican Party
B) Progressive Party
C) Independent
D) Democratic Party
- 8. In what year was Franklin D. Roosevelt first elected president?
A) 1936
B) 1928
C) 1940
D) 1932
- 9. Roosevelt was elected for how many terms?
A) Three terms
B) Four terms
C) Two terms
D) Five terms
- 10. What major foreign conflict did Roosevelt lead the U.S. into?
A) The Vietnam War
B) World War I
C) The Korean War
D) World War II
- 11. What historic meeting did Roosevelt attend in 1945 with Churchill and Stalin?
A) Casablanca Conference
B) Tehran Conference
C) Potsdam Conference
D) Yalta Conference
- 12. Which amendment limited presidential terms following Roosevelt's presidency?
A) 22nd Amendment
B) 20th Amendment
C) 25th Amendment
D) 19th Amendment
- 13. What was a major criticism of Roosevelt's presidency?
A) Not enough support for labor
B) Too much isolationism
C) Failure in foreign policy
D) Expansion of federal government power
- 14. What was the purpose of the Civilian Conservation Corps?
A) Job creation for young men
B) Military training
C) Urban development
D) Educational reform
- 15. What was the first fireside chat about?
A) World War I
B) Labor relations
C) The banking crisis
D) Civil rights
- 16. What famous program in history began in 1935?
A) Social Security
B) Medicare
C) Food Stamps
D) Unemployment Insurance
- 17. Where was Franklin D. Roosevelt born?
A) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
B) Hyde Park, New York
C) Boston, Massachusetts
D) Chicago, Illinois
- 18. Who succeeded FDR after his death?
A) Lyndon B. Johnson
B) Richard Nixon
C) Harry S. Truman
D) Dwight D. Eisenhower
- 19. What economic theory influenced Roosevelt’s policies?
A) Supply-side economics
B) Classical economics
C) Monetarism
D) Keynesian economics
- 20. Which world leader did Roosevelt work closely with during WWII?
A) Joseph Stalin
B) Winston Churchill
C) Adolf Hitler
D) Charles de Gaulle
- 21. In which year did Roosevelt die?
A) 1943
B) 1941
C) 1945
D) 1947
- 22. What was FDR's approach to the Great Depression primarily focused on?
A) Relief, Recovery, Reform
B) Insurance, Recovery, Reinvestment
C) Aid, Growth, Regulation
D) Reduction, Adjustment, Stability
- 23. Which international organization was founded during Roosevelt's presidency?
A) NATO
B) League of Nations
C) World Trade Organization
D) United Nations
- 24. What was Roosevelt's profession before becoming president?
A) Journalist
B) Teacher
C) Banker
D) Lawyer
- 25. What was the name of Franklin D. Roosevelt's dog?
A) Fala
B) Checkers
C) Toto
D) Buddy
- 26. What major event led to the United States' entry into WWII?
A) D-Day
B) Invasion of Poland
C) Bombing of Hiroshima
D) Attack on Pearl Harbor
- 27. Who was Franklin D. Roosevelt's wife?
A) Bess Truman
B) Lou Henry Hoover
C) Jackie Kennedy
D) Eleanor Roosevelt
- 28. What was the concluding chapter of Roosevelt's life focused on?
A) His family dynamics
B) The end of World War II
C) His health and legacy
D) Political controversies
- 29. What year did Roosevelt first take office?
A) 1933
B) 1929
C) 1935
D) 1941
- 30. Which program provided jobs for unemployed men?
A) Youth Conservation Corps
B) Job Corps
C) Civilian Conservation Corps
D) Works Progress Administration
- 31. What initiative aimed to improve relations with Latin America?
A) Monroe Doctrine
B) Open Door Policy
C) Good Neighbor Policy
D) Marshall Plan
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